When TQS guest artist, Cheryl Lynch visited Israel she went to the Or Torah Synagogue in Acco (Acre). It is also known as the Djerba Synagogue. It was built in 1955 and is covered with millions of mosaics which have been manufactured at Kibbutz Eilon. The mosaics depict scenes of everything from Biblical stories to wildlife. The Synagogue also has 140 stained glass windows and a dome. The front three doors are made of pure silver.
Cheryl is known for her striking tile-inspired quilts and you'll see some inspiration in these photos. Go to Cheryl's website.
Cheryl is featured in Episode 811: Quilt a Fiesta with Tile-Inspired Quilts.